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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

R989 WRNMOT history

R989 WRN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2026 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 82,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

R989 WRN blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2026
Mileage
82,481 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R989 WRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R989 WRN was last recorded at 82,481 miles on 27 May 2025, 1,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,295 miles · 21 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,186 miles
Average per year
1,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,481 miles
  • 2021 – 81,295 miles
  • 2011 – 77,845 miles
  • 2009 – 71,311 miles
  • 2008 – 69,745 miles
  • 2007 – 66,192 miles
  • 2006 – 56,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,481 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Jacking point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Jacking point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,481 miles (+1,186)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    345616114793
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Jacking point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (Jacking point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass81,295 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    81,295 miles
    Test number
    381989081506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,293 miles (+3,448)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,293 miles
    Test number
    656391436407
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill around jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass77,845 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,845 miles
    Test number
    446481421350
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCracking to front and o/s/r outer side walls

  5. Fail77,845 miles (+16)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,845 miles
    Test number
    656701621361
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCracking to front and o/s/r outer side walls

  6. Fail77,829 miles (+6,518)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    258604841468
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f o/s/r tyre sidewalls cracking

  7. Pass71,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    71,311 miles
    Test number
    313952449336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,311 miles (+1,566)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,311 miles
    Test number
    553408939356
    • FailureFront Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  9. Pass69,745 miles (+3,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    69,745 miles
    Test number
    281419138278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass66,192 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    731528317258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail66,166 miles (+9,830)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,166 miles
    Test number
    891415717229
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass56,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,336 miles
    Test number
    324914216499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R989 WRN

Does R989 WRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R989 WRN expired on 26 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R989 WRN?
The MOT on R989 WRN expired on 26 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R989 WRN done?
R989 WRN was recorded at 82,481 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 1,389 miles a year.
Has R989 WRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R989 WRN has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on R989 WRN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R989 WRN find?
R989 WRN passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 7 advisories: general underbody corrosion; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (jacking point); nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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